RIDE
Harry Potter and the Forbidden Journey™
Location
The Wizarding World of Harry Potter™ - Hogsmeade™ in Universal’s Islands of Adventure
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- Height RequirementMinimum Height 48" (122 cm)
- Ride TypeThrill, Motion Simulation, 3-D / 4-D Experience
- Express PassUniversal Express Pass
- Accessibility
- Child Swap Available
- Single Rider Available
- Loose Articles Prohibited
- Safety Restraint Size Restrictions
- Rider Safety
Soar Above Hogwarts™ With Harry Potter™.
Enter through the towering castle gates and make your way down the familiar passageways and corridors of Hogwarts™ School of Witchcraft and Wizardry. Then soar above the castle grounds as you join Harry Potter™ and his friends on a thrilling adventure. Groundbreaking, state-of-the-art technology (and a little magic) creates a one-of-a-kind ride.
Fast FactHow Does Hogwarts™ Stay Hidden?
Hogwarts™ castle is in a secret location in the North of Britain. It also has a number of enchantments on it and is bewitched so that all Muggles™ see is an old ruin with the sign 'DANGER, DO NOT ENTER, UNSAFE'.
Fast FactSnape™ Plus Six
In addition to Professor Snape™, throughout the Harry Potter™ stories, the post of Defence Against the Dark Arts professor has been held by six different professors: Quirinus Quirrell, Gilderoy Lockhart™, Remus Lupin, Alastor 'Mad-Eye' Moody, Dolores Umbridge™, and Amycus Carrow.
Fast FactLook Out for Familiar Locations
As you make your way through the school’s corridors, you’ll visit iconic locations such as Dumbledore's office, the Defence Against the Dark Arts classroom, the Gryffindor™ common room, the Room of Requirement, and more.
Trip Tip
Get to the Fun Faster with Universal Express Pass
You can skip the regular lines* at most of your favorite rides and attractions, including select rides in The Wizarding World of Harry Potter™ in Three Different Theme Parks (The Wizarding World of Harry Potter™ - Ministry of Magic™ opens at Universal Epic Universe on May 22, 2025).
*Valid theme park admission required. Restrictions apply.
*Valid theme park admission required. Restrictions apply.
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Your Complete Guide to Harry Potter and the Forbidden Journey™
Underneath a candlelit ceiling, you’ll climb aboard an enchanted bench for a scenic and thrilling dark ride unlike any other. Away you’ll fly through the Astronomy Tower and toward the Quidditch™ pitch, right alongside Harry and Ron on their brooms.
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Location
The Wizarding World of Harry Potter™ - Hogsmeade™ in Universal’s Islands of Adventure
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